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Military Moving (PCS) in Florida

DITY and PPM moves for military personnel with PCS orders — TSP certified carriers.

Avg Cost (FL)

$0–$3,000 out-of-pocket

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Military Moving (PCS) Costs in Florida

Military PCS moves are largely covered by the government. Personally Procured Moves (PPM/DITY) reimburse up to 100% of the government's cost estimate. Out-of-pocket costs depend on your household weight allowance vs. actual weight.

Scenario Avg Cost
E1–E4 (no dependents) $0–$500
E5–E9 (with dependents) $0–$1,500
O3–O6 (with dependents) $0–$2,000
Over-weight excess $500–$3,000

What's Typically Included

✓ Included

  • Government-arranged moves: full packing, transportation, and delivery
  • PPM/DITY: you arrange everything and submit for reimbursement
  • Unaccompanied Baggage (UB) for items needed immediately at new duty station

✗ Usually Extra

  • Items exceeding your weight allowance (E-5 with dependents: 12,000 lbs)
  • High-value items over $100/lb (must be declared on High Value Inventory form)
  • Storage beyond the authorized period

Florida-Specific Tips

  • Florida has 20+ military installations — verify which TSP (Transportation Service Provider) covers your base's move
  • File your travel voucher within 5 days of arrival to avoid payment delays
  • DITY moves from Florida to high-cost areas can generate a net profit — calculate your allowance vs. actual cost before deciding

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PPM/DITY move?
A Personally Procured Move (PPM, formerly DITY) lets you arrange your own military move and receive reimbursement — typically 95% of what the government would have paid a TSP carrier. If you move under the weight allowance, you can keep the difference as profit.
Which Florida military bases are covered by PCS moves?
Florida has major installations including MacDill AFB (Tampa), Patrick SFB (Melbourne), NAS Jacksonville, Eglin AFB (Pensacola), and others. Contact your installation's Transportation Office (TO) to initiate a PCS move — all government-arranged moves go through them.
Can I use a civilian moving company for a military PCS?
For government-arranged moves, you must use a USTRANSCOM-approved Transportation Service Provider (TSP). For PPM/DITY moves, you can hire any licensed carrier and submit your receipts for reimbursement.